Girls' Talk (360G-OCF-A494044)

This project targets girls and young women (12-20 years) with mental health issues giving them access to talking therapies through 1:1 counselling sessions that support their emotional development and wellbeing. Qualified counsellors provide a confidential, non-judgemental environment allowing girls to explore and face their concerns. Sessions will use a range of talking therapies supporting issues such as family and relationship difficulties; self-esteem, depression or anxiety; self-harm; worries about body image or more complex mental health needs. We know it is essential to look at the young person’s difficulties in the context of the family. The project will therefore include support for parents helping them have to understanding of many of the issues supporting young girls and how they can continue provide the best support for their daughter at home. It is vital that all girls, whatever their circumstances, can access the help they need so the ‘Girl’s Talk’ project will target girls from low income families. Girls and young women can self-refer, or can be referred by another trusted person such as a parent, teacher or GP. The project aims to work closely with schools, surgeries and community groups to ensure that we reach those who need support. Project activities would include; • Weekly 1:1 counselling sessions for three months • Families initial consultation and termly review • Offer 6 sessions of 1:1 parental support • Training and supervision for counsellors There would be three rounds of support. Time is allowed between rounds for evaluations and counsellor training and supervision.